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22 Suspects Caused $125K in Hanover Township Graffiti Damage in Past Year

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Hanover Township Police would like to announce numerous individuals who have been charged with graffiti-style criminal mischief. These incidents have collectively caused over $125,000 in damage and have occurred over the past year or so. Identifying and charging suspects allows the victim to recover financial assistance in the form of restitution to make repairs.

The Hanover Police hopes these investigations demonstrate our commitment to solving crimes in our jurisdiction and serves as a deterrent for those who wish to do harm. Below is a list of those who have been charged:

•Ceferino Corraliza, 23, of Jersey City, 1 count of Criminal Mischief and 1 count of Conspiracy, total damage: approximately $1,000
• Christian Servidio, 24, of Fairfield, 2 counts of Criminal Mischief and 1 count of Trespassing, total damage: $4,600
• Marcus Hughes, 31, of Washington, DC, 1 count of Criminal Mischief and 1 count of Trespassing, total damage: $1,800
• Victor Blanco, 30, of Bronx, NY, 1 count of Criminal Mischief and 1 count of Conspiracy, total damage: approximately $1,000
• Miguel Williams, 40, of Cedar Knolls, 1 count of Criminal Mischief, total damage: less than $500
• Craig Fernandez, 22, of Jersey City, 1 count of Criminal Mischief and 1 count of Conspiracy, total damage: approximately $1,000
• Daniel Fonseca, 30, of Easton, PA, 3 counts of Criminal Mischief, total damage: $5,000
• Robby Wilkins, 38, of Edison, 4 counts of Criminal Mischief, total damage: $6,000
• Alexa Lipke, 26, of Greenbrook, 1 count of Criminal Mischief, total damage: $1,200
• Eric Cleveland, 40, of Frankfort, NY, 2 counts of Criminal Mischief and 1 count of Trespassing, total damage: $6,322
• Francis Vella, 34, of Suffern, NY, 4 counts of Criminal Mischief, 4 counts of Trespassing, 2 counts of Conspiracy, total damage: $8,525
• Mitchell Jent, 29, of Morristown, 3 counts of Criminal Mischief, total damage: $79,500
• Michelle Martinez, 32, of Brooklyn, NY, 1 count of Criminal Mischief, 1 count of Conspiracy, 1 count of Trespassing, total damage: over $2,000
• Valentinos Mikalef, 42, of Woodside, NY, 1 count of Criminal Mischief, 1 count of Conspiracy, 1 count of Trespassing, total damage: over $2,000
• Anthony Vergara, 30, of College Point, NY, 1 count of Criminal Mischief, 1 count of Resisting Arrest by Flight, 1 count of Trespassing, total damage: between $500-$2,000
• Lawrence Corcoran, 22, of Bedminster, 2 counts of Criminal Mischief, total damage: $150
• Estiven Restrepo, 24, of Hopatcong, 1 count of Criminal Mischief, total damage: $2,000
• Jordan Krawiec, 28, of Garfield, 2 counts of Criminal Mischief and 2 counts of Conspiracy, total damage: $2,570
• Anthony Liszka, 25, of Clifton, 2 counts of Criminal Mischief and 2 counts of Conspiracy, total damage: $3,805
• There were also three juveniles charged, whose names are being withheld due to their age
Editor’s Note: An arrest or the signing of a criminal complaint is merely an accusation.  Despite this accusation, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Crossing Guard Position Available

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MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Mountain Lakes Police Department is seeking to hire a school crossing guard.  The current position is Monday to Friday from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 p.m.  Additional times may become available when the schools resume full-time in-person learning.

The Mountain Lakes Police Department will provide all applicable training.  Please email Sgt. Gil Benitez at [email protected] if interested in the position.

Boonton Third Ward Council Member Joe Bock Holds Kick-off Event

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Joe Bock and Morris County Young Republican Chairman Justin Musella (Parsippany Troy-Hills)

BOONTON — On Sunday, March 28, 2021, Boonton Third Ward Council Member Joe Bock, Junior held a successful and well-attended kickoff event at the Daily Joe on Fanny Road.

Attendees included dozens of friends and family members and elected officials including Senator Anthony Bucco, Assemblyman Brian Bergen, Assemblywoman Aura Dunn, Commissioner Doug Cabana, County Surrogate Heather Darling, Boonton First Ward Council Member Cy Wekilsky, Boonton Township Committeeman Paul Allieri, Chatham Township Committeewoman Ashley Felice and Tri-Town Kiwanis President Nicolas Limanov.

Joe Bock and several supporters

Morris County Young Republican Chairman Justin Musella of Parsippany and Morris County Republican Committeewoman Laura Ali provided opening remarks.

Joe Bock, who was first elected to a two-year term in 2019, pledged to continue his hard work and diligence for the Town of Boonton and to give his best effort in his re-election campaign.

Bock is a graduate of Hamilton College and Rutgers University School of Law-Newark and is an experienced real property tax and municipal attorney associated with the law firm of Spiotti & Associates in Fairfield. Since 2018, Bock has served as Chairman of the Town of Boonton Republican Committee.

Joe Bock and mother, DonnaMaria

Mountain Lakes Trash Day to be Held

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MOUNTAIN LAKES — Mountain Lakes Trash Day will be held at the DPW yard (55 Pocono Road) on Saturday, April 17 from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Costs are determined by vehicle size. Click here to view the pricing sheet for further information.

Acceptable materials include anything that is not recyclable at the Borough recycling center or is too large or bulky for the regular trash. E-waste is also permitted.
Hazardous waste will NOT be accepted. Hazardous waste may be recycled through the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority.

Assembly Advances DeCroce Bill Expanding age Discrimination Protections to Senior Workforce

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Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce (File Photo)

MORRIS COUNTY — Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce’s bill expanding age discrimination protections for seniors 70 and older was unanimously advanced by the Assembly.

“Some seniors have to keep working because of New Jersey’s high cost of living, while others just find their careers very rewarding. Either way, their age shouldn’t hold them back,” said DeCroce (R-Morris). “Unfortunately, the current exceptions to the age discrimination protections on the books are discriminatory and hurt employees who want to stay in the workforce past age 70.”

Under DeCroce’s bill (A681), public employers would no longer be permitted to force public employees to retire at a certain age under a law that allows them to do so if they can show retirement age relates to the employment in question. Additionally, higher education institutions would not be allowed to require tenured employees to retire at 70 years old. Employers would also be prohibited from refusing to hire or promote a person solely because a person is over age 70.

“Current and potential employees should be evaluated on their skill sets, performance history, and credentials – not the date on their birth certificates,” said DeCroce.

According to AARP-NJ, workers 65 and older are the fastest-growing labor pool. Workers who are 50 and older will make up 35 percent of the workforce by 2022. The U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey data shows more than 21 percent of adults in the state over 65 are currently working.

The bill does not make changes to the New Jersey Constitution, which includes mandatory retirement for Supreme Court justices and some other judges upon reaching age 70, and Police and Firemen’s Retirement System members.

CDC Relaxes School Social Distancing Rules: 3 Feet

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Briarwood Elementary School is located at 151 Briarwood Road, Florham Park

MORRIS COUNTY — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new social distancing guidelines for school districts.

According to the CDC, students must be separated by three feet, not the standard six feet. In order to do so, students must wear masks — that’s crucial.

Adults must continue to stay at least six feet apart from each other in schools, and they must keep that distance when they’re interacting with children.

Morris County Has Administered Over 265,000 Doses of the Covid Vaccine

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East Hanover Police Chief Christopher Cannizzo
East Hanover Detective Lieutenant John Fox displaying his certificate after he got a COVID-19 vaccine

MORRIS COUNTY — As of March 23, New Jersey has administered more than 3,560,502 vaccine doses, (2,367,495 with at least one dose and 1,259,736 fully vaccinated people).  In Morris County, the dashboard is showing that as of today, 265,573 doses of vaccines have been administered.

“Vaccinations are eligible to all eligible residents who live, work, or study in New Jersey”, said Governor Murphy. “Your immigration status will not be a barrier to you being vaccinated. Defeating this virus means ensuring both equitable access & equitable distribution, and we’re fully committed to this”.

New Jersey will expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to millions of more people including teachers, the homeless, and clergy, Governor Phil Murphy announced.

Beginning Monday, March 29, frontline essential workers in the following categories are eligible for vaccination: Food production, agriculture, and food distribution; Eldercare and support; Warehousing and logistics; Social services support staff; Elections personnel; Hospitality; Medical supply chain; Postal and shipping services; Clergy; and, Judicial system employees

Click here to go to the New Jersey Test Site Finder.

Preregister for a vaccine click here.

To register for a vaccine at CVS, click here.

Tommy wants a Furever Home; Perfect-sized Lap Dog

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MORRIS COUNTY — Meet Tommy! This handsome boy is the sweetest snuggle bug there is! He is a seven-year-old Chihuahua mix and weighs about six pounds, making him the perfect-sized lap dog!

He will cuddle with you all day long and follow you around the house like your little shadow. He loves to be pet while taking a nap next to you! Although Tommy is mostly low energy, he will show his spunky side when he wants to play a game of chase.

Tommy needs a quiet home that’s experienced with rescue dogs as he is hesitant at first when greeting strangers, but with time and patience, he comes out of his shell. He would benefit from having a family who will continue to build up his confidence around new people.

He is fully house trained and lets you know he has to go potty by waiting at the door. He walks perfectly on the leash. Tommy prefers to be the only pet in the home but will tolerant a dog or cat who does not want to play or interact with him much. An experienced household with kids above the age of 16 would be best for Tommy.

He was surrendered to a municipal shelter after his family no longer had time for him. He is ready for a second chance journey towards finding a forever home!

If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application by clicking here.

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Mayor John Ferramosca to Speak at 2021 Mayors Summit on Small Business

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Mayor John L. Ferramosca. File Photo

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Governor Murphy is scheduled to make opening remarks at the virtual 2021 Mayors Summit on Small Business hosted by the Meadowlands Chamber.  A host of Mayors including Secaucus Mayor Mike Gonnelli, Wood-Ridge Mayor and NJ Senator Paul Sarlo, Rutherford Mayor Frank Nunziato, and others will also talk about their community efforts. Tom Bergeron, Publisher of ROI-NJ will moderate comments by Hanover Township Mayor John Ferramosca and Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop.

Chris Mead, author of the book Magicians of Main Street which was recently featured on the cover of the Wall Street Journal will keynote this free event on Tuesday, March 30 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. that will focus on innovative ways for small and main street business owners to achieve post-pandemic economic recovery.

“This is a forum for small and main street businesses to interact with mayors and local officials about practices and policies that can help their businesses recover from the forced closures and occupancy restrictions,” said Jim Kirkos, President and CEO of the Meadowlands Chamber.  “Sharing ideas and developing creative solutions is an all hands-on deck situation and just like we did after Superstorm Sandy and other disasters, we will get through this by helping each other.”

The 2021 Mayors Summit is sponsored by Hudson Regional Hospital, PSEG, SUEZ, American Dream, Delta Dental, ELEC 825, Fairleigh Dickenson University, IBEW Local 164,  J. Fletcher Creamer & Son, Lyft, NJM Insurance Group, Provident Bank, and Russo Development.

Register by clicking here to receive an invitation to the virtual conference as well as for instructions on how to ask a question to the panel.

For more information about this and other Meadowlands Chamber events as well as sponsorship opportunities call (201) 939-0707 or email [email protected].

Emergency Rental Assistance Applications Open Monday, March 22

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MORRIS COUNTY — A $353 million rental relief fund will open up to renters in New Jersey who’ve been unable to make payments due to hardships brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

Phase II funding of the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program opens for applications on Monday, March 22 at 9:00 a.m. on the Department of Community Affairs website. The program is not first-come, first-serve, and will remain open until “an adequate number of people have submitted their applications,” said Lt. Gov. Shiela Oliver.

Click here to access the Department of Community Affairs Application page.
Click here to see what documents are required for the application.

For more information call (609) 490-4550.

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